At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams' achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone's contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they're inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

The Clean Key Account Technologist (KAT) owns defining the strategies and tactics for the market penetrations and defences for their assigned accounts. KAT plays a pivotal role in both nurturing customer relationships and serving as the voice of the customer for the Clean Product Line. This position requires a deep understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment, as well as a passion for helping define the product lines business strategies.

What you'll do

• Customer Technical Review Meetings (TRMs):
  Travel to customer locations to provide updates on Lam clean technology developments and to better understand the customer's technology roadmap and clean specific challenges.
• Market Strategy: Define market strategies and drive alignment between account teams and clean product line on priorities for market penetrations and defenses.
• Product Demonstrations: Organize product demonstrations and presentations to show case the capabilities and benefits of Lam Research technologies.
• Feedback Loop: Gather and relay customer feedback to internal teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in our products and services.
• Training and Education: Provide training and educational resources to customers and account teams to enhance their understanding and utilization of Lam Research technologies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the clean single point of contact for account teams while serving as the voice of the customer while working with product line teams such as engineering, product management, business development and sales operations.

• Education: Bachelor's, master's or PhD degree in engineering or related technical field is required. An additional MBA or other advanced business degree considered a strong advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of semiconductor manufacturing experience with a bachelor's degree. Minimum 5+ years semiconductor manufacturing experience with a master's or PhD degree.
• Technical Expertise:
  Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment. Experience working as a process engineer at either a semiconductor manufacturer or semiconductor equipment company preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English required. Additionally, strong communication skills in either Chinese, Korean, Japanese or German considered a strong advantage.
• Travel: Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%.

• KAT typically travels internationally for 1-2 weeks approximately every 6-8 weeks.

What We're Offering

This position will be occupied in Villach. It is subject to the Austrian Collective Bargaining Agreement for Employees in the Metal Technology Industry (https://www.metalltechnischeindustrie.at/fileadmin/content/Dokumente/Kollektivvertrag/KV-2025_2026/FMTI_Mindesgehaltstabelle_2025.pdf) in occupation group G. A higher payment is negotiable depending on expertise and skills. The monthly salary is paid 14 times per year. Please follow the link on the below section 'Employment in Austria' for further information.

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Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ('Lam' or the 'Company') is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

• Wellbeing: Programs designed to support your individual needs, help you achieve personal goals, and incentivize you with rewards
• Stock: Discounted employee stock purchase program
• Parental Bonding: 16 weeks fully paid bonding leave for all new parents
• Recognition: Peer-to-peer award program designed to recognize excellence and celebrate success
• Pension: Annual pension contribution that increases with tenure